An opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor or Senior Associate (4-7 PQE) to join a premier Band 1 Capital Markets Transactions team in Melbourne. Working closely with leading and highly awarded partners, you will gain exposure to some of the best and highest profile initial public offerings, capital raisings and public and private M&A work in Australia, including a significant volume of cross-border transactions.

The team is high performing and highly engaged, with a significant focus on teamwork and learning. You will be involved in all aspects of corporate ECM and public and private M&A transactions, including drafting and negotiating key transaction documents and providing advice on all areas of the transaction to clients. You will work closely with clients, their other advisers and regulators, ensuring key deadlines are met and delivering an integrated service.

You will also assist in building external client relationships, including business development activities, and supervise and mentor junior lawyers in the team, supporting their development and continuous learning.

Admission to practice as a lawyer in Australia or New Zealand
4-7 years' experience in capital markets or a leading M&A practice, with exposure to or a keen interest in capital markets transactions
Strong academic record, excellent technical legal and drafting skills, and a commercial approach
Demonstrated ability to comprehend complex legal matters and work effectively within tight timeframes, both collaboratively and autonomously
Passion for supervising and mentoring others, contributing to a strong team culture
Hunger to learn and progress your career as part of a market-leading practice
Innovative mindset, curious about AI and emerging technologies

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